What are some good fencing terms I should know before going into a collegiate fencing club?
1. En Garde: The starting position in fencing, standing with the sword extended towards the opponent, ready to begin.
2. On Guard: A position where the fencer is ready to defend against an attack.
3. Advance: A movement in fencing, where the fencer steps forward towards their opponent.
4. Retreat: A movement in fencing, where the fencer steps backward away from their opponent.
5. Lunge: A fast, explosive attack in fencing, where the fencer extends their sword forward while stepping forward.
6. Parry: A defensive move in fencing, where the fencer uses their sword to deflect an opponent's attack.
7. Riposte: An offensive move in fencing, where the fencer counterattacks immediately after parrying an opponent's attack.
8. Target Area: The area of the body that is valid for being scored on.
9. Hit: A successful attack that lands on the target area.
10. Touch: A signal from the referee indicating a hit.
Related Questions:
- What is the goal of fencing? To score more points than your opponent by hitting their target area.
- What are the three types of weapons used in fencing? Foil, épée, and saber.
- What is the difference between a parry and a riposte? A parry is a defensive move, while a riposte is an offensive move.
- What is the importance of footwork in fencing? Footwork helps fencers move quickly and efficiently, and maintain balance.
- What is the "right-of-way" rule? The fencer who initiates the attack has the right-of-way.
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